Hi, I’m
LaTonya Cruse
Rockford,IL
Summary
Dynamic leader with proven track record of successfully managing projects and initiatives and achieving desired business objectives. Skilled in developing and executing strategies, managing budgets and resources, and leading cross-functional teams. Consistently produces tangible outcomes that exceed expectations. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level administrative assistant position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Swedish American Hospital UW Health
PCT
11.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Supported needs of 32+ residents under short term hospital stays
- Delivered high-quality care to 32 patients in hospital facility.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Did stat EKG’s, took out IV’s, bladder scans
Heritage Woods Of South Elgin
CNA
07.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Sevita Health
Program Director
09.2015 - 03.2022
Job overview
- Negotiated and managed contracts with several media outlets to secure new content.
- Developed and recommended policies and procedures for evaluating programs.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to promote program awareness and participation.
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Scheduled program supervisors and direct support professionals
- Meet with case managers and care teams to discuss ongoing care for residents.
- Overseen the day-to-day operations of several group homes. Manager by my program supervisors.
- De escalated behavioral situations and incidents.
- Made sure group homes we’re operating efficiently under Wisconsin state listening regulations.
- Established program policies and procedures to comply with regulatory requirements.
- Taught medication administration classes to new hires,
- Interviewed upcoming staff
Addus Healthcare
CNA
01.2014 - 04.2016
Job overview
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Rock River Academy
Behavioral Health Technician
11.2011 - 06.2012
Job overview
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Administered medications to relieve symptoms and monitor effects on clients.
- Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
- Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
Barbara Olson Center Of Hope
Clerical CNA
11.2003 - 08.2009
Job overview
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Filing, copying, faxing documents
- Responding promptly to medical emergencies
- Created an ran an exercise class
- CPR instructor
- Kept medical records updated
Education
University of PhoenixTempe, AZ
Healthcare Administration from Healthcare
Rock Valley CollegeRockford, IL
Occupational Rehab Assistant from Occupational Rehab
06.2002
Rock Valley CollegeRockford, IL
CNA Certification from CNA, EKG Tech, Respiratory Care,
06.2002
Auburn High SchoolRockford IL
Diploma from General Studies
06.1997
Skills
- Instructor
- Preceptor Evaluation
- Performance Measurement
- Clinical Instruction
- Course Content Development
- Leadership skills
- Performance Tracking and Evaluations
- Team Meetings
- Administration and Reporting
- Employee Coaching and Mentoring
- Fast Decision making
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Organization skills
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Creativity
- Critical Thinking
Timeline
PCT
Swedish American Hospital UW Health
11.2022 - Current
CNA
Heritage Woods Of South Elgin
07.2022 - Current
Program Director
Sevita Health
09.2015 - 03.2022
CNA
Addus Healthcare
01.2014 - 04.2016
Behavioral Health Technician
Rock River Academy
11.2011 - 06.2012
Clerical CNA
Barbara Olson Center Of Hope
11.2003 - 08.2009
University of Phoenix
Healthcare Administration from Healthcare
Rock Valley College
Occupational Rehab Assistant from Occupational Rehab
Rock Valley College
CNA Certification from CNA, EKG Tech, Respiratory Care,
Auburn High School
Diploma from General Studies
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